Frequently Asked Questions


	Frequently Asked Questions

	Q: Why should I join the Association of Database Developers?
	A: The primary purpose of the Association of Database Developers is to provide an international support network of Database Developers that is easily available to end users. ADD gives end users easy and immediate access to a very impressive pool of developers that are knowledgeable on a wide variety of database applications.

	Q: Will I get leads if I join ADD?
	A: We cannot guarantee that you will receive database development leads if you join ADD. We can guarantee to pass along all leads that we do receive. All leads and requests for database assistance are distributed to the membership in two ways. Every request received through our web site is made available to the membership immediately in the members only area. Secondly, every database development request is distributed to the membership through our ADD mailing list service. We believe that if we build a web site that gives access to some of the most talented Database Developers in the world, then the people will come!

	Q: If I join as a developer, do the people seeking a developer get my services for free or would I negotiate a price with them?
	A: We are trying to match database developers with those in need of database development services. Any fees that you might charge for your services are strictly between you and the client.

	Q: Do I have to be a database developer before I can join ADD?
	A: No, you do not have to be a database developer to join ADD. Some of our members are closely connected with the industry in other ways; publishers of computer books, vendors of audio and video training materials, software developers, individuals desiring to become database developers and others that simply want to stay abreast of events in the industry.

	Q: Why should I join the free ADD guest mailing list?
	A: By joining our guest mailing list, you will get an inside look at all of the activities of the organization. Of course, as a guest, you will not be entitled to the benefits that ADD members enjoy. It is a good way to monitor our group and help you come to a conclusion as to whether or not ADD is for you.

	Q: Does ADD provide database development services?
	A: The Association of Database Developers does not provide any database development services of any kind. All needs and requests received are forwarded on to our membership of developers and consultants.

	Q: Is ADD affiliated with any software companies?
	A: Although our members are database experts and some of our members may be employed by or have professional relationships with software companies, ADD has no formal affiliation with any software development companies such as Microsoft, Oracle or FileMaker.

	Q: Does ADD "Certify" developers?
	A: No, ADD does not "Certify" developers. We try to assist members in becoming certified for specific software companies such as Microsoft, FileMaker, etc. We find that our members are generally very honest about their abilities, but we cannot verify the claims of the membership. Therefore, no endorsement of any ADD member is to be inferred. All information on this site pertaining to the members was provided by the individual members themselves. If we receive verifiable complaints about any ADD member acting in an unprofessional manner, then we would seriously evaluate the situation at hand, with permanent expulsion from the organization being a real possibility.

	Q: Where do my donations to ADD go?
	A: Expenses are generated to maintain the association. Donations are used to advertise and promote the association on other web sites as well as in printed media, processing of ADD applications, related expenses for the the creation and maintenance of the ADD web site and mailing list as well as printing and mailing expenses. In addition there are the general business expenses of running any organization; telephone and fax lines, staff support, subcontractors, computer equipment and supplies, insurance, taxes, etc.